About Us
Arising Women is a place created in 2000 by Annie Kashamura Zawadi, a survivor of domestic abuse, to provide women experiencing abuse with a non-judgmental and inclusive environment where they can feel safe, understood and supported. Our programs are tailored with and for women victims and survivors to suit their specific needs.
At Arising Women, women can make the transition, step by step, at their own pace with the purpose of achieving their full potential for positive social development and economic autonomy.
MISSION STATEMENT
Hand in hand with women, girls and
the community at large , we will work to end the cycle of violence against women and girls.
OUR PRINCIPLE
WE CARE because violence is destructive and should not be tolerated.
WE SERVE because good skills and efficient tools can end violence against women.
WE WORK to make our communities better and safer places for women, children and for all.
OUR PROMISE
THERE IS A WAY OUT OF ABUSE
OUR MAIN GOALS
To Provide A Safe Place
To provide a safe place where women can find help,
support,share their experiences
and access a variety of tools, programs & services.
To Break The Cycle of Violence
To break the cycle of violenceby educating
women and girls about their legal rights and obligations
regarding violence and by promoting
women’s economic independence, civic engagement
and political participation.
To Combat Systemic and Societal Abuse Against Women
To combat systemic and societal abuse against women
by educating and disseminating information to the public and professionals
about the prevention of and responses to woman abuse.
To Advocate for Victims and Survivors
To advocate for women and children who are survivors
of abuse so they can regain control of their lives
as productive members of the community.
To Reduce VAW
To reduce VAW by educating the general public, boys and men
about healthy relationships, prevention and response to woman abuse
by offering relevant courses, seminars, conferences and workshops.